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Peter Holowka Obituary

Holowka, Peter

- January 7, 2024

Of Orchard Park, NY, unexpectedly, January 7, 2024. Loving son of Donald and Alice (nee D'Auria) Holowka; dear brother of John (Jennifer), James (Kathy), and Jennifer Holowka; dearest uncle of Matthew, Sara, and Grace; dear friend of Dorothy Buchanan. Peter, along with his brother James, owned their family business, Erie Radiator & Core Sales in West Seneca. He was a graduate of both Villanova University (where he also ran cross country/track) and Canisius College. Pete also was an avid fan of the Buffalo Bills and Villanova Wildcats. He was also a member of the Buffalo Scrabble Club and loved to play in trivia tournaments wherever he could. Finally, Peter selflessly invested his time coaching and mentoring numerous track and cross country athletes from Orchard Park and other Western New York high schools and colleges. His passion for the sport of running was unmistakable, and he derived immense joy from witnessing his proteges achieve excellence on the track. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday morning at 10AM at Nativity of Our Lord Church, 26 Thorn Ave., Orchard Park, NY 14127. There will be no prior visitation. Flowers are gratefully declined. Arrangements by the JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME, INC. Please share condolences at www.kaczorfunerals.com

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Published by Buffalo News on Jan. 10, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for Peter Holowka

15 Entries

The Fisher Family

January 20, 2024

Our family was shocked and saddened to learn of Pete´s passing. His presence and influence for OP XC and track athletes will be sorely missed. Our sincere condolences to all his family and friends.

Randy Lalonde

January 13, 2024

My deepest condolences to the entire Holowka family during this shocking and difficult time!

No words can express the sadness.

Erin

January 12, 2024

This is a terrible loss. Devastating. There is a void that will never be filled. I thank you for all that you gave and your words of wisdom and knowledge. May God be with you always.

Erin Storey

Brian Lasher

January 12, 2024

Pete was a fixture at track and cross country meets for many years! He helped guide runners to their fullest potential with joy and pride! His insights and respect for excellence were evident in his athletes and their competitors! His passion and devotion was something I admired as a fellow coach and friend! You will be missed my friend.

John and Amy Bush

January 11, 2024

To your whole family we send our condolences and a huge hug.

Kathy Olivotti

January 11, 2024

Jennifer, Alice and family. So sorry to hear this. May God help you all to heal.

Dave Puskar

January 10, 2024

The Puskars were shocked and saddened to hear the news on Sunday. Pete was a big part of our family over the past 10 years and by far, Cal's biggest mentor, coach and confidant during his middle, high school and college running career. Through the ups and downs, Pete was always there and we shared many a long car rides and McDonald's cokes together along the way. The photo above was from the 2018 Section VI championships. Three blue patches but Pete was not satisfied and looking ahead to the competition at the State Meet. Thank you for your selflessness and the incredible impact you made on so many young runners in WNY. The Puskar Family

Marcus O'Sullivan

January 10, 2024

I first got to know Peter through friends of Villanova and his love for coaching and running. He was a person full of curiosity and optimism and lived to help young athletes through his coaching. He will be missed by so many.
My thoughts and prayers are with all who share in the loss of this wonderful person, and I offer my heartfelt condolences to Peter's entire family.
Marcus O'Sullivan
Villanova Track and Field

Mary Pat and Lawrence

January 10, 2024

Don and Alice, Jim, Jennifer, John, Matthew, Sara, Grace:
I am so so sorry for your loss. Pete was a good man. Shocked and saddened and wishing I was there with all of you. During holidays spent in Orchard Park with the Holowkas, Pete's funny sarcasm would always come out. Many happy memories of these times.
Sending so much love and prayers to you all from Alaska, during this very sad time.

Jim and Nancy Reidy

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Anonymous

January 9, 2024

Prayers from the bottom of my heart to your entire family during your time of loss.

The Certo's

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Ellen Cochran

January 9, 2024

Jim & Kathy,
We are so sorry to hear if the untimely passing of your dear brother. Prayers for your family and sending much love from Alabama.
Phillip & Ellen Cochran

Amber Woelfel

January 8, 2024

This is such a devastation loss. The ultimate frisbee league at birdsong will never be the same agian. Pete was the heart and soul. He was always such a kind and funny man. I always had pleasant conversation with him and yet he could also throw out a witty heckle to the opposing team with a smile on his face. I will miss seeing him every monday night in the summer.

Bruce Cramer

January 8, 2024

So terribly sorry to learn of Peter's death. We played many Scrabble games at our club, and he was always a worthy and gentlemanly opponent. I will miss seeing him on Thursday nights, and I send my condolences to his family and friends.

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